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Over the hill

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Used to indicate someone is seen as too old for certain tasks or roles. SlideAt 65, some believe he's over the hill for climbing mountains.
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Can be insulting if used to dismiss someone's capabilities due to age. SlideSaying she's over the hill, he disregarded her job application.
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It's a metaphorical expression and doesn't relate to an actual hill. SlideEven though he's young, some say he's over the hill in tech.